The NBA Draft is in the books, with Cooper Flagg selected first overall by the Dallas Mavericks. Nick breaks down why the San Antonio Spurs, Charlotte Hornets, and Indiana Pacers were among the big winners, while the New Orleans Pelicans, Toronto Raptors and Brooklyn Nets fell short. He also shares his favorite mid-to-late first-round picks who could make a long-term impact on their new franchises.
Game 7 of the NBA Finals is in the books, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are your 2025 NBA Champions. Nick breaks down the Thunder’s dominant second half in the winner-take-all clash, fueled by their relentless defense. He also reflects on the Indiana Pacers’ improbable playoff run, giving props to Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam, and Andrew Nembhard. Plus, we look back at the Thunder’s five-year journey to a title, beginning with the Paul George trade.
The NBA Playoffs roll into the second round as the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets punch their tickets with crucial Game 7 wins. We share our final thoughts on the Warriors-Rockets series and the Clippers' disappointing exit. Plus, we discuss expectations for the Warriors with Steph Curry's injury heading into Game 2, and the surprising dominance of road teams early in Round Two.
The first round of the NBA Playoffs is wrapping up, and Jonathan Canas joins us to revisit all the key storylines. We dive into the situation in Memphis and why it might be the league’s least desirable coaching gig, how the Timberwolves exposed the Lakers, and the intensity of the Warriors-Rockets series. We wrap up with a look ahead to the Conference Semifinals, sharing our series predictions and the most intriguing matchups.
The first round of the NBA Playoffs tips off Saturday, and joining us to break down every Western and Eastern Conference series are Jonathan Canas and Lewis Geist. We dive into the physicality of Warriors-Rockets, the 'Wall vs. the Altitude' in Clippers-Nuggets, concerns about the Bucks' health, the impact of first-year and interim head coaches, and the most intriguing home court environments in the playoffs.
College basketball conference tournaments are underway, and to break down the madness before the NCAA Tournament, we're joined by Bracketologist & Analyst Rocco Miller. We discuss the top Mountain West teams and what's at stake in Las Vegas, the possibility of a two-bid Big West with UC Irvine and UC San Diego, the Drake Bulldogs' chances in March, and the conference tournaments we're most excited to watch.
With two weeks remaining in the Mountain West regular season, we check in on the conference standings. Jonathan Canas joins us to break down San Jose State's road trip to Utah State and Wyoming, Boise State's at-large hopes, the top teams in the West Coast Conference, and which Top 25 teams are the real deal right now.
San Jose State drop another close game against San Diego State losing 69-66. Jonathan Canas joins the conversation to talk about the tale of two halves for the Spartan's, the impact of Josh Uduje and Will McClendon's injuries, the key to a home win against Nevada on Friday and more.
The Big Game is set in New Orleans as the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles square off once again on the biggest stage—a Super Bowl rematch from two years ago. We break down the game script, why this year's matchup is expected to be lower-scoring than past Super Bowls, and why some of the Chiefs' deeper reserves could play key roles on offense. Plus, we highlight the matchup of the game: Jalen Hurts vs. Steve Spagnuolo.
Coming to you LIVE from Save Mart Center in Fresno, California as San Jose State defeat Fresno State 94-91 in 2OT. Jonathan Canas joins the show to talk the insane momentum swings of the ball game and the outbursts of Spartan guards, Josh Uduje and Latrell Davis. We also preview Friday's matchup between San Jose State & Boise State and discuss the season trajectory of Spartan basketball as we get closer to March.
Following San Jose State's 67-58 home victory, we break down Latrell Davis' career performance, the Spartans' strong defensive showing and Wyoming's struggles with inconsistent lineup combinations. Plus, we discuss why it's time to rule out the Nevada Wolfpack as a Mountain West contender after their disappointing home loss to San Diego State. With a month left in the regular season, we also spotlight the Kennesaw State Owls as a mid-major team to watch in Conference USA that can cause havoc in ...
With an over a month to spare in the college basketball regular season, we converse with Jonathan Canas and Lewis Geist addressing the Mountain West standings. We address UNLV's rollercoaster season, San Diego State's near disaster in Colorado Springs and preview San Jose State-Wyoming this Saturday. We also chat about the depth of the West Coast Conference and the dreadful Miami Hurricane's.
San Jose State gets the upset of the year so far in the Mountain West after a 71-70 win in their home building. We talk about how the Spartan's broke through late, the impact of the Donavan Yap injury for SJSU, what the loss means for New Mexico's resume and more.
After a packed weekend of college basketball in the Mountain West, we share thoughts on San Jose State's first conference victory at Air Force and preview Tuesday's home matchup against New Mexico. We also dive into the game of the year so far between Boise State and Utah State, New Mexico's dominant win over San Diego State, Nevada's breakthrough victory at Fresno State and Nique Clifford leading Colorado State to another win.
San Jose State loses another nail-biter at home against the ranked Utah State Aggies. We break down their most recent three game stretch and a must-win game against Air Force on Saturday. We also touch on the other games in the Mountain West that were played on Tuesday addressing New Mexico's historic start, the feisty Wyoming Cowboys and the erratic Fresno State Bulldogs.
After an eventful weekend of Mountain West action on the hardwood, Nick gives his postgame thoughts on the tough home loss for San Jose State against Boise State and Utah State stealing another road game. We address why the Spartan's will continue to be feisty, the well-coached Aggies and the tale of two halves for San Diego State.
After nearly two months of basketball action, Jonathan Canas returns to the podcast to break down every Mountain West team and share our thoughts on each squad as conference play begins. We also preview San Jose State's conference home opener against Boise State, discussing why it’s a tricky matchup for the Broncos and the storyline surrounding Alvaro Cardenas' return to the Bay Area.
San Jose State has a chance to secure a win against a Top 25 opponent for the first time in nearly a decade as they face UNLV this week. Joining the podcast is Ryan Gilder, former Sports Editor for The Scarlet & Gray. We dive into how both offenses could shine, the challenges posed by the Rebels' defense and take a broader look at the Mountain West, including Boise State's postseason potential.
After securing bowl eligibility, San Jose State is set for one of the biggest home games in over a decade as they host the 13th-ranked Boise State Broncos. Joining the podcast this week is Ron Counts from HERO Sports. We discuss the tight series between these teams over the past five years, the standout talents of Ashton Jeanty and Nick Nash, key defensive absences that could have a huge impact, and much more.
After a much-needed bye week, San Jose State returns to action against Oregon State for their final road game of the season. Joining the podcast this week is Maggie Akins, Sports Editor for The Daily Barometer. We dive into why this is a must-win game for both teams, the importance of the run game, and the atmosphere at Reser Stadium.
The College Basketball season has officially arrived and one of the most entertaining conferences in all of the land last year was the Mountain West. Jonathan Canas comes back on the podcast as we preview every team in the league. We discuss the biggest question mark teams, potential sleepers and impact transfers. We also give our regular seasons standings and if the league as a whole can replicate last seasons performance. 0:00 The Historic Year for the Mountain West 7:28 Air Force Falcons 13:4...
It's rivalry week which means San Jose State and Fresno State will be going at it in the Battle for the Valley. Will the Valley Trophy stay in the South Bay or will the Bulldogs regain control? Joining the podcast to talk about this weeks conference clash is Bryan Welch, the voice of the Fresno A's and broadcaster to several high school football teams. We discuss the rollercoaster season for both teams, the emergence of both ground attacks, the wackiness of the rivalry and plenty more.
San Jose State Football improves to a 4-1 overall record after a thrilling come from behind win vs. Nevada. The Spartans continue the Mountain West gauntlet as they will travel and play the Colorado State Rams on Saturday, October 12th. Joining the podcast this week is Damon Cook, Sports Editor for The Rocky Mountain Collegian. We discuss the Spartans quarterback situation, the Rams different approach on offense this season, the potential weight this game has later in the season and much more....
San Jose State Football is back from their bye week after a tough double-overtime loss to Washington State. Now, the Spartans gear up for conference play, hosting the Nevada Wolfpack on Saturday, October 5th. Joining the podcast is Dominic Gutierrez, Sports Editor for the Nevada Sagebrush and Beat Writer for Mountain West Connection, to break down the Week 6 matchup. We dive into Nevada's sneaky good ground game, the two feisty defenses and how the Wolfpack plan to keep this contest close....
As San Jose State Football reaches the bye week, Nick Urias is joined by Jonathan Canas to recap the shootout in Pullman between the Spartans and Cougars. We also discuss the Week 5 Mountain West schedule and UNLV's QB Matthew Sluka's departure from the team.
San Jose State Football is off to a strong 3-0 start this season, but their biggest test yet awaits. The Spartans travel to Pullman for a primetime clash against the Washington State Cougars. This week, we're joined by Luke Westfall, broadcaster and journalist for Washington State Football, to break down the matchup. We discuss the key players to watch, the familiarity between both starting quarterbacks and whether fans should expect a high-scoring showdown.
Following a big road win in Colorado Springs, San Jose State gears up for their first-ever matchup against Kennesaw State. Joining the show is Kai Millette, Sports Editor and Podcast Co-Host for Kennesaw State Athletics, to discuss Owl football. We dive into Kennesaw State’s transition from FCS to FBS, uncertainties on both sides of the ball, and the key factors that could shape a competitive game.
Week 2 has arrived, and San Jose State heads to Colorado Springs for a critical Mountain West conference showdown against Air Force. This week, we're joined by Jim Arthur, the radio play-by-play voice for Air Force football and men's basketball. We explore the contrasting styles of the Spartans and Falcons, the time of possession battle, the strategic chess match between the head coaches, and much more.
Week 1 of the college football season is here, and to kick off the 2024 campaign, San Jose State Football faces a Northern California showdown against the Sacramento State Hornets. Joining the podcast is Jack Freeman from Sac State, who shares insights on the Thursday night matchup and the Hornets' season trajectory. We dive into the unknowns of both rosters, examine the offensive firepower on both sides, and highlight key impact players. Plus, we get Jack's take on the iconic shootout from the ...
The second half of the 2024 NFL Season Preview is here as Nick gives his thoughts on every team in the NFC conference. He addresses why this is the last chance for the San Francisco 49ers to win it all, the significance of the #1 seed for the Detroit Lions and the downfall of the New Orleans Saints. He wraps things up with his NFC division winners and season award winners. (0:59) Arizona Cardinals (5:16) Atlanta Falcons (13:39) Carolina Panthers (18:30) Chicago Bears (23:10) Dallas Cowboys (27:2...
